Question 1

What routes can Bedaquiline be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO.

Question 2

Is Bedaquiline a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Bedaquiline is not federally scheduled in the US. Controlled-drug status differs by country — verify your local rules.

Question 3

What are the warnings or contraindications for Bedaquiline?

Accepted Answer

QTc prolongation. Hepatotoxicity. Very long half-life (~5 months). Reserved for MDR-TB. No veterinary data.

Question 4

What are the side effects of Bedaquiline?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Bedaquiline: QTc prolongation. Hepatotoxicity. Very long half-life (~5 months). Reserved for MDR-TB. No veterinary data.

Question 5

How does Bedaquiline work?

Accepted Answer

Inhibits mycobacterial ATP synthase proton pump, disrupting energy production. Novel target specific to mycobacteria.

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